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How to Find a Spouse: What Actually Matters in Love & Dating

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🎙️ Episode 15 – How to Find a Spouse: What Actually Matters in Love & Dating

In this practical and insightful episode of The Lion Counseling Podcast, Mark Odland (Certified EMDR Therapist) and Zack Carter (Counselor & Coach) dive deep into what it really takes to find a lasting romantic relationship. Whether you're looking for a wife, evaluating someone you’re dating, or just feeling frustrated by the modern dating world, this episode is for you.

🔍 In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

What traits people think matter—but actually don’t (hint: looks and income aren’t everything)
Why your top three non-negotiables matter more than a long wishlist
The surprising science behind long-term relationship success
Red flags to avoid: narcissism, manipulation, lack of empathy, and emotional instability
How to recognize attachment styles and what they mean for your relationship
Why being with someone who’s willing to grow matters more than finding someone “perfect”
How your own unresolved issues may be affecting who you’re attracted to
A practical exercise to clarify what you really want in a spouse—and what to ignore
Why chemistry is not the same as compatibility
The mindset shift that helps men move from anxious or avoidant dating habits to confident connection
💥 This isn’t about playing games or chasing status—it’s about building a real foundation for a lifelong, meaningful relationship.

About the Show:
The Lion Counseling Podcast helps men break free, heal deep, and become the lions they were created to be. Hosted by Mark Odland and Zack Carter, we explore meaningful topics like masculinity, marriage, mental health, legacy, faith, trauma, and emotional resilience—with clarity, honesty, and a touch of humor.

Click here to watch a video of this episode.’
Click here to view the episode transcript.’
👉 Ready to level up your love life or heal from past relationships? Visit www.escapethecagenow.com to book a free consultation.

➡️ What are YOUR top 3 must-haves in a future spouse?

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15 episodes

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🎙️ Episode 15 – How to Find a Spouse: What Actually Matters in Love & Dating

In this practical and insightful episode of The Lion Counseling Podcast, Mark Odland (Certified EMDR Therapist) and Zack Carter (Counselor & Coach) dive deep into what it really takes to find a lasting romantic relationship. Whether you're looking for a wife, evaluating someone you’re dating, or just feeling frustrated by the modern dating world, this episode is for you.

🔍 In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

What traits people think matter—but actually don’t (hint: looks and income aren’t everything)
Why your top three non-negotiables matter more than a long wishlist
The surprising science behind long-term relationship success
Red flags to avoid: narcissism, manipulation, lack of empathy, and emotional instability
How to recognize attachment styles and what they mean for your relationship
Why being with someone who’s willing to grow matters more than finding someone “perfect”
How your own unresolved issues may be affecting who you’re attracted to
A practical exercise to clarify what you really want in a spouse—and what to ignore
Why chemistry is not the same as compatibility
The mindset shift that helps men move from anxious or avoidant dating habits to confident connection
💥 This isn’t about playing games or chasing status—it’s about building a real foundation for a lifelong, meaningful relationship.

About the Show:
The Lion Counseling Podcast helps men break free, heal deep, and become the lions they were created to be. Hosted by Mark Odland and Zack Carter, we explore meaningful topics like masculinity, marriage, mental health, legacy, faith, trauma, and emotional resilience—with clarity, honesty, and a touch of humor.

Click here to watch a video of this episode.’
Click here to view the episode transcript.’
👉 Ready to level up your love life or heal from past relationships? Visit www.escapethecagenow.com to book a free consultation.

➡️ What are YOUR top 3 must-haves in a future spouse?

  continue reading

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